Fishing Lake Mayfield

AKA: Mayfield Reservoir

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Lake Mayfield, WA

Popular Fish Species Lake Mayfield, WA

Lake Mayfield Popular Fish - Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Lake Mayfield continues to sustain a robust smallmouth bass population. Many locals enjoy smallmouth fishing, as smallies are tough fighters and very exciting to catch. Smallmouth bass fishing is particularly good virtually anytime they are shallow. Use shallow spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, crankbaits, tube baits and jerkbaits around rip rap. Around grass, use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, spend your time on deeper structure with drop-shot rigs, small worms, jigs and spoons. Rock piles and points are prime areas for smallmouth as these areas are also home to crawfish. When the lake freezes over, consider ice fishing for smallies.

Lake Mayfield Popular Fish - Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout Fishing

Excellent stocking programs by the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife has helped to maintain a good population of rainbow trout for anglers at Lake Mayfield. Fish for rainbow trout here with worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic their preferred prey. While fishing from a boat is preferred, plenty of trout are caught here by anglers fishing from the bank. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing.

Lake Mayfield Popular Fish - Yellow Perch

Yellow Perch Fishing

Yellow perch tend to spawn in the April to May timeframe, and the spawn has been strong for years at Lake Mayfield. As a result, the lake continues to maintain a very healthy population of yellow perch, which have been a mainstay in the fishery for decades. They are fun to catch in winter when ice fishing as well. Yellow perch are great table fare, and are a food source for many predator fish in the lake. Fishing for yellow perch is simple, their primary diet consists of minnows and other small fish, insects and worms. Yellow perch tend to gather in small groups and hang out on relatively deep structure, near cover and/or drop-offs. Use a small hook and sinker. Bait a small hook with minnows, worms or small jigs using 6 to 10 pound line.

Lake Mayfield Fishing Video

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, rainbow trout, cutthroat, yellow perch, chinook salmon, coho salmon, tiger muskie and burbot at Lake Mayfield in Washington.

Fishing is the main draw at Lake Mayfield, a 2,200-acre lake in the southwest corner of the state. It is 13 miles long with over 33 miles of shoreline. Public boat launch ramps are available at Lewis County park and Ike Kinswa State Park. The lake boasts a diverse fish population, including rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee salmon, largemouth bass, tiger musky and yellow perch. For anglers wishing to fish from the bank, there is access at the state park.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Mayfield

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Lake Mayfield Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Lake Mayfield Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, at the south end of the Harmony Road Bridge, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

Mayfield Lake Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Beach Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Marinas

Lake Mayfield Resort and Marina Boat Ramp
350 Hadaller Rd
Mossyrock, WA 98564
360 985-2357